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Both syndrome's indicate the presence of a 47th chromosome (or extra part of a chromosome). Most humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes, totaling 46 chromosomes.
For Down's syndrome, the 47th chromosome appears with the 21st pairing. For Klinefelter's syndrome the 47th chromosome appears with the 26th pairing (the gender chromosomes.)
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How does the cause of down syndrome differ from the cause of cystic fibrosis?
the genetic conditions
How does the cause of cystic fibrosis differ from the cause of down syndrome?
the genetic conditions
If a pregnant woman takes Procardia can this cause her to bear a baby with Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is a genetic defect and is the result of an extra chromosome at the time of conception. The use of Procardia (or any other drug) does not cause Down syndrome.
Can celexa cause down syndrome?
No, down syndrome is caused by a genetic defect where there is an extra chromosome in most,if not all, of the cells of a body. it is not caused by a drug.
Is down syndrome constitutional?
is down syndrome acquired genetic disease
What is the genetic disorder for having three 21 chromosomes?
down syndrome
Examples of genetic disorders?
There's many different genetic disorders such as: Down Syndrom Canavan Disease Muenke Syndrome Bloom Syndrome etc
How do you spell downsimderum?
The genetic developmental defect is spelled "Down Syndrome" or sometimes "Down's Syndrome."
Can a raccoon have Down's syndrome?
No, Down's syndrome is only a human genetic disorder. Those with the disorder have an extra chromosome. Raccoons do not get this particular genetic disorder.
Can X-Ray exposure cause abnormalities like Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is caused by a genetic abnormality in Chromosome 21. It is highly unlikely that X-Ray exposure causes genetic abnormalities such as this. However, X-Rays are not recommended while pregnant.
Which genetic disorder does an extra chromosome cause?
An extra chromosome can cause genetic disorders such as Down syndrome, which is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. This leads to developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and certain physical characteristics.
What is the cause of tourettes?
The exact cause of Tourette's syndrome is actually unknown. Studies have nailed down that genetic and environmental factors are involved when a person has this condition though.
